Frederick Russell Shea
Jun 18, 2026
Frederick Russell” Fred” Shea passed away on June 18, 2026, peacefully after a courageous four-year battle with leukemia. Throughout his illness, he faced every challenge with remarkable strength, dignity, and determination. Fred was born on June 24, 1947, in Toledo, Ohio, to Mr. and Mrs. Fred (Mary Jane Veller) Shea. He graduated from Bowsher High School, then was drafted into...
Tonya Trent
Jun 17, 2026
Tonya Trent, age 58, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. She was born on March 30, 1968, in Marion, Indiana, the beloved daughter of Patrick Trent (Gaylee Trent) and Edith Sizemore.
Tonya was a loving mother to Jonathon Thomas, James Thomas, and Taylor Paul. She was also a proud grandmother to Payton Thomas, Jasmine Thomas,...
Ronald A. Brynelsen
Jun 17, 2026
Ronald A. Brynelsen "Skip" of Toledo, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday June 17, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital, with his girlfriend, April, by his side.
Skip was born November 19, 1955, in Henry County, Napoleon, Ohio, to Wesley H. and Esther L. (Boyer) Brynelsen.
Skip joined the U.S. Airforce, working on Emergency fire equipment. He then transferred to the U.S. Army, as...
Ruby Lorene Thompson
Jun 13, 2026
Ruby Lorene Thompson passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, surrounded by family, at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and compassion that touched the lives of all who knew her.
Born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Ruby's life was one of devotion to family, hard work, and caring for others. She married the love of...
Heavenly "Laurie" Watkins
Jun 13, 2026
Heavenly “Laurie” Watkins, age 67, of Holland, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Sylvania, surrounded by her loving family. Laurie passed away after a courageous 2-year battle with cancer.
Laurie was born on January 16, 1959, to Leo and Judith (Carlson) Shagena in Toledo. She married Jerry Watkins on April 4, 1986. Laurie lived...
Karon Yvonne Warren
Jun 13, 2026
Karon Yvonne Warren, 81, of Wauseon, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026.
Born in Ashland, Kentucky, Karon was the beloved daughter of Frank and Evelyn Burton. Throughout her life, she was known for her loving heart, unwavering faith, and devotion to her family and friends.
Karon worked for many years in healthcare as a nurse's aide and in housekeeping, caring...
Harold Howard Champnoise
Jun 11, 2026
Harold H. Champnoise, age 60, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital surrounded by his family.
Harold was born to Harold and Marilyn Hedges (nee Stemen) on October 19, 1965. He was later adopted by David Champnoise when he married his mother, Marilyn. Harold was a graduate of Sylvania Northview High School.
He was...
Harold "Harry" J. Kreuz
Jun 9, 2026
Harold (Harry) Joseph Kreuz, 91, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away on June 9, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. Harry was born March 30, 1935, in Swanton, Ohio, to the late Wendell & Virginia (Langenderfer) Kreuz.
He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1955 - 1957. While in Germany, he won 5 corps open pistol matches. He worked...
Robert C. Spangler
Jun 7, 2026
Robert Charles Spangler, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, was called home to be with Jesus peacefully on June 7, 2026, at the age of 74.
Robert was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord and faithfully served his church through his gift of music, often blessing others by playing the piano during worship services. He was a gifted electrician by trade and was...
Christian M. Strassburg
Jun 6, 2026
Christian "Chris" M. Strassburg, age 35, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away on June 6, 2026, suddenly, at St. Charles Mercy Health Hospital, in Oregon, Ohio.
He was born on September 5, 1990, in Waukegan, Illinois, to Anne Marie (Raymond) Prieur and Michael (Michelle) Strassburg. He moved to Florida as a teenager. After graduating from West Palmetto High School, Chris had many...
Heidi L. Brennan
Jun 5, 2026
Heidi Brennan, age 51, of Maumee, Ohio, passed away on June 5, 2026, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Heidi was a graduate of E. L. Bowsher High School. She received her associates degree from Davis Business School and was employed at Amazon. Heidi's greatest accomplishment was being a part of raising 3 boys.
She was preceded in death by her husband,...
Michelle Hartford
Jun 4, 2026
Michelle Hartford, age 48, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away on June 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 13, 1977, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Toledo, Michelle brought laughter, energy, and love into the lives of so many who knew her.
Michelle was known for being the "crazy" and outgoing person who could light up...
Ronald Alan Black
May 30, 2026
Ronald Alan Black was born on June 26, 1958, in Sylvania, Ohio, and passed away on May 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted partner, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
After graduating, Ron moved with his family to Wauseon, Ohio, where they proudly...
Thomas R. Moore
May 29, 2026
Thomas Richard Moore, 76, of Bowling Green, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Toledo Hospital. He was born in Napoleon, Ohio, on November 3, 1949, to Herbert and Virginia Moore. On May 9, 1986, he married the love of his life Patricia.
Thomas graduated from Liberty Center High School in 1967, and became a very hard worker for...
Richard E. Byersmith
May 28, 2026
It is with profound sorrow and endless love that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and Poppy, Richard "Rick" Edward Byersmith, who peacefully entered eternal rest on May 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife, children, and granddaughters.
Rick was our family's greatest blessing. Through every joy and hardship, he stood beside us with unwavering love, strength, and...
Evelyn "Ev" Sue Crawford
May 28, 2026
Evelyn Sue Crawford was called home to her Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 28, 2026. Evelyn, or “Ev” as she was known to those closest to her, was born February 2, 1939, in Whitley, KY, to Lester and Lora (Roller) Smith. She attended Pleasant View High School, in Kentucky.
In November 1958, Ev married the love of her life, William “Bill”...
Larry L. Cross
May 27, 2026
Larry Lee Cross, born March 9, 1955 in Toledo, Ohio. Preceded in death by his father, Edwin "Joe" Cross; his mother, Hattie Rozanski; and his guardians and mentors uncles, Roman Rozanski, and Frank Rozanski.Attended school at Whitmer High School, worked and retired from Jeep Assembly plant while also starting and operating two businesses: Restoration Game Farm and Horizan Adventures. Both...
Cleo Lawniczak
May 24, 2026
Cleo (Howey) Lawniczak, left us on May 24, 2026.
Cleo embraced her Catholic faith and found great fulfillment in her work with the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). She was a devoted opera enthusiast and never missed an opportunity to attend performances by the Metropolitan Opera when they came to Cleveland.
Cleo also enjoyed traveling and was fortunate to visit...
Heather Lynn Farthing
May 23, 2026
Heather Lynn Farthing, aged 61, passed away May 23, 2026 in Waterville, Ohio. She was born March 19, 1965 in Columbus, Ohio to John David Farthing and Vickie Sue Williams.
Heather lived in Ohio most of her life and went to Columbus State for nursing and lived her life serving others in their medical time of need for over 20...
Betty Stilwell
May 23, 2026
Betty M. (Jerles) Stilwell, a woman remembered for her sweet nature and gentle spirit, passed May 23, 2026, just months shy of her 100th birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, John; her parents, Harry and Gladys; her six siblings, Guilaf (Gibby) Hoover, James, Herman, Harvey, Kathleen Elliott, and Howard (Phillip) along with their spouses;...